Research Council of Norway
Cyber security and resilience in the energy sector in the Nordic region
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This call funds cross-border research and innovation projects to strengthen cybersecurity resilience in the Nordic energy sector, with NOK 11.67 million available. Eligible applicants include Norwegian research organisations, companies, public sector entities, and NGOs collaborating across the Nordic region on energy infrastructure protection. Projects run for a maximum of 6 months.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Budget | Up to NOK 11,671,000 |
| Duration | Maximum 6 months |
| Consortium | Required — cross-border Nordic collaboration required |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Enhances cybersecurity resilience in the energy sector across the Nordic region through cross-border collaboration and innovation. Coordination and support activity; approved Norwegian research organisations, companies, public sector entities and NGOs eligible.
Who Should Apply
- •Norwegian research organisations, companies, public sector entities, or NGOs
- •Consortia involving cross-border Nordic partners in energy infrastructure
- •Projects addressing practical cybersecurity threats to energy grids, SCADA systems, or critical infrastructure
- •Teams with both technical security expertise and energy-sector domain knowledge
Key Dates
- •Application deadline 26 November 2025 (verify current status with Research Council of Norway)
- •Maximum project duration 6 months
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This is a practice-focused call: proposals should name specific energy-sector vulnerabilities and pilot solutions, not purely theoretical research.
- ✓Cross-border Nordic framing is evaluatively important, clearly articulate how collaboration adds value beyond a single-country project.
- ✓Include letters of commitment from energy operators or grid managers; end-user validation strengthens feasibility scoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Nordic energy cybersecurity call?
Norwegian research organisations, companies, public sector entities, and NGOs, particularly those proposing cross-border collaboration with partners in other Nordic countries.
How much funding is available?
NOK 11.67 million total for this call.
How long can a project run?
Projects have a maximum duration of 6 months.
What research areas does this call cover?
Cybersecurity resilience and innovation in the energy sector, particularly cross-border challenges across the Nordic region.
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